What does a 5-Star Safety Rating mean?

The New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) rates vehicles to determine crash worthiness and rollover safety. The safety ratings are gathered during controlled crash and rollover tests conducted at NHTSA’s research facilities.

Five stars indicate the highest safety rating and one star the lowest. While the safety feature ratings may differ among vehicles, all automobiles must first meet Federal standards. Get more information about NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings – Click HERE.


For all questions relating to NCAP crash testing, start ratings,
and vehicle safety, please email crash.test@dot.gov